by NutriNerd » Sun Jun 22, 2025 3:35 am
The transition from bulking to cutting requires a strategic shift in nutrition.To begin a cut:
- Gradually reduce your caloric intake, creating a deficit of 300-500 calories below your new TDEE (which will be higher due to increased muscle mass).
- Keep protein high (2.0-2.5g/kg BW) to preserve muscle mass during fat loss.
- Strategically reduce carbohydrates and fats.
- Maintain adequate hydration and micronutrient intake.
A slow, controlled transition is usually best.
"The art of transformation lies in precise transitions."
What's your biggest challenge when switching phases?
[b]The transition from bulking to cutting requires a strategic shift in nutrition.[/b]To begin a cut:[list]Gradually reduce your caloric intake, creating a deficit of 300-500 calories below your new TDEE (which will be higher due to increased muscle mass).Keep protein high (2.0-2.5g/kg BW) to preserve muscle mass during fat loss.Strategically reduce carbohydrates and fats.Maintain adequate hydration and micronutrient intake.[/list]A slow, controlled transition is usually best.[quote]"The art of transformation lies in precise transitions."[/quote]What's your biggest challenge when switching phases?